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The pandemic has forced companies to reassess their supply chains, focusing on risk reduction and resilience. In this interview, Knut Alicke of McKinsey and Joannes Vermorel of Lokad discussed the need for systematic planning, digital tool utilization, and software automation. Alicke emphasized the importance of visibility and pre-warning systems to detect potential disruptions, while Vermorel highlighted the need for a digital culture to understand data nuances. Both agreed on the importance of scenario planning and a probabilistic approach to manage potential issues. They also stressed the need for strategic thinking, effective communication, and cultivating options in supply chain leadership—things Alicke covered in detail in his recent (co-authored) book, From Source to Sold.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00: (Re)Introduction of Knut
00:01:51: Knut Alicke's work on supply chain resilience
00:02:59: Companies' response to first lockdown
00:04:15: Joannes's perspective on supply chain changes
00:06:35: Defining risk and resilience in supply chain
00:10:06: Knut's key ingredients for resilient supply chains
00:13:09: Importance of end-to-end visibility
00:14:42: Importance of data interpretation
00:15:55: Case study: Pharmaceuticals
00:17:28: Software-driven supply chain disasters
00:19:28: Lokad's approach to machine learning tools
00:21:21: Sophisticated software making companies fragile
00:28:32: Complexity of supply chains
00:30:29: Benefits of probabilistic approach
00:33:08: Factoring in inflation risk
00:40:33: Supply chain resilience as insurance
00:44:32: Explanation of the CHAIN model
00:50:00: Example of B2B retailer service
00:52:12: Importance of dollar-based metrics
00:58:41: The effectiveness of automated systems in risk management
01:00:37: Example of aircraft maintenance narrative
01:04:11: Critical skills in supply chain
01:05:31: Importance of clear writing
01:08:16: Knut's call-to-action
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